Jeromey Clary was sidelined this spring after two offseason surgeries.

The absence will continue into training camp

The Chargers guard-tackle was placed Wednesday on the Physically Unable to Perform list. His most recent procedure, a hip surgery, was performed in the spring before the start of organized team activities. It is expected he'll return to the team once cleared.

Clary had shoulder surgery early in the offseason.

While on PUP, a player is not eligible to practice. He can be activated from the list, though, anytime before the season. If still on PUP at the start of the year, he cannot practice for at least six weeks, not counting versus the 53-man roster in the meantime.

Clary was a 2006 sixth-round pick.

He has spent his entire career in San Diego and is considered among its most respected veterans in the locker room.

"He's tough as the day is long," offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris said this year. "He's dependable. He's honest. He's fair. He's a competitor, and he's productive. I can't give you any better words than the words I just told you. I think the guy's got a lot going for him, and he's good for our team."

Johnnie Troutman is expected to work at right guard in Clary's place.

Third-round pick Chris Watt also in the mix. He worked at both right guard and center in the spring.